KIPP LOS ANGELES COLLEGE PREPARATORY

KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 496 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory, located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a tuition-free, public charter middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the wider KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, the school is built on the core philosophy that every student, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity to develop the academic skills and character traits necessary to succeed in high school, college, and beyond. The campus emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum, extended school hours, and a culture of high expectations designed to prepare students for competitive secondary education and future professional success.

Beyond its academic focus, KIPP LA Prep prioritizes a supportive school community that emphasizes strong relationships between teachers, students, and families. The school utilizes a personalized approach to instruction to meet diverse learning needs, while simultaneously focusing on character development—teaching students core values such as grit, curiosity, and integrity. By fostering an environment centered on college readiness and leadership development, KIPP LA Prep aims to empower students from the local community to overcome systemic barriers and reach their full potential as informed, active citizens.

For more information, contact KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory at (323) 264-7737 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.